How To Fix COM_PRODUCT_CUST010 - Numeric product IDs can have a maximum of 20 digits in your system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PRODUCT_CUST - General Customizing Messages for Product Master

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Numeric product IDs can have a maximum of 20 digits in your system

What causes this issue?

You specified a numeric product ID which is longer than 20 digits
(without leading zeros).

System Response

As your system has been set up to use nonlexicographical storage,
numeric product IDs can have a maximum length of 20 digits.
The reason for this is that the lower limit and upper limit of a
<DS:GLOS.3526B523AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>number range interval</>,
against which the specified product ID is checked, is restricted to 20
characters.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_CUST010 - Numeric product IDs can have a maximum of 20 digits in your system ?

  The SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_CUST010 indicates that you are trying to use a numeric product ID that exceeds the maximum allowed length of 20 digits in your SAP system. This error typically occurs when you are attempting to create or update a product master record, and the product ID you are using is longer than the system's defined limit.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Length Limit: The primary cause of this error is that the product ID you are trying to enter has more than 20 digits.
  Data Migration Issues: If you are migrating data from another system, the product IDs in the source system may not conform to the length restrictions of SAP.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the product ID length has been set incorrectly in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Product ID Length: Ensure that the product ID you are trying to use is 20 digits or fewer. If it exceeds this limit, you will need to modify it to fit within the constraints.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in your data entry or migration processes to ensure that product IDs conform to the 20-digit limit before attempting to save them in SAP.
  Review Data Migration Process: If this error arises during data migration, review the mapping and transformation rules to ensure that product IDs are truncated or reformatted to meet the SAP requirements.
  Consult SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your system administrator for any specific configurations related to product IDs that may need to be adjusted.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that address known issues or provide guidance on best practices.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) to understand where this error might occur.
  Custom Development: If your organization has custom developments or enhancements, review them to ensure they are not inadvertently causing this issue.
  User Training: Ensure that users entering product IDs are trained on the limitations and best practices for entering data into the SAP system.
  
  By addressing the length of the product ID and ensuring compliance with SAP's requirements, you should be able to resolve the COM_PRODUCT_CUST010 error.